The average train between Cheppad and Varkala takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheppad to Varkala. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Cheppad and Varkala. The earliest departure is at 1:58 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Cheppad is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Varkala at 2:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cheppad to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Cheppad station and arriving at Varkala station via Varkala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Cheppad to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kayankulam station.
Cheppad to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varkala station.
The distance between Cheppad and Varkala is 61.8 km. The road distance is 71 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Kayankulam to Varkala hourly. Tickets cost ₹130–1,000 and the journey takes 58 min.